LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the
Village of Hannibal, New York, to be observed on April 10, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor and commem-
orate the proud and distinguished histories of the communities which
comprise the noble body of this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 150th Anniversary of the Village of Hannibal, New York, to be
observed on Saturday, April 10, 2010, at a celebration at the Village's
Municipal Building; and
WHEREAS, The centerpiece of the celebration is the introduction and
signing of noted local author, Town and Village Historian, Lowell
Newvine's new book entitled PICTORIAL HISTORY OF HANNIBAL, NEW YORK;
published by the Hannibal Historical Society, this extraordinary book
contains more than 400 images of town and village life, and people who
contributed to Hannibal's history, including never before published
pictures; and
WHEREAS, The Village of Hannibal, located in the western part of the
Town of Hannibal, Oswego County, is named after Hannibal, the hero of
ancient Carthage; and
WHEREAS, The first settlement came around 1808, with a structure made
of logs on the site of a former Indian encampment; incorporated in 1860,
the population then was 416 and by 1895, it had soared to 450; according
to the 2000 census, the population rose to 542; and
WHEREAS, Remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth
and change, the Village of Hannibal continues its commitment to enhanc-
ing the quality of life of its citizens, ensuring a positive business,
institutional and educational climate, and providing all essential
services; and
WHEREAS, The residents of the Village of Hannibal have a bright
outlook for the future of their community, which remains a beautiful
place in which to live and raise a family; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of the Village of Hannibal's rich history and
enduring contribution to the State of New York, this Legislative Body is
proud to pay tribute to this spirited village upon the occasion of its
Sesquicentennial Anniversary; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Village of Hannibal, and to
enthusiastically salute its residents as they celebrate this auspicious
occasion; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Fred Kent, Mayor of the Village of Hannibal, New York.